How to Measure Your Windows for Blinds & Shades

Whether you're a first-timer or an old DIY pro, knowing how to measure your windows for blinds and shades is the first step to a successful installation. Before you shop for brand new Bali custom window treatments, make sure you have all your measurements ready to go.

Our detailed videos and measuring guides will give you all the info you need about measuring for blinds and shades. Explore the resources below and let our professional installers show you how its done. Then, start measuring!

Step-by-Step Instructions

Find Your Product

To find the guide and videos for your Bali window treatment, select from the pulldowns below and print out the guide.

How-to Videos

Tools You'll Need

Pencil
Steel tape measure (never cloth)
Power drill
1/16" drill bit
Phillips screwdriver
Flat head screwdriver
Level
Step ladder

Tips:

Measure each window individually.
Write down the measurements in your measuring guide.
Round your measurements to the nearest 1/8".

Additional Resources

Installing a window treatment

Step-by-step instructions walk you through the installation process so there's absolutely no guesswork.

Clean your blinds, shades, and other window treatment

Routine cleaning keeps window treatments looking like new with these recommended cleaning methods.

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